Guarantee meaning

What does “guarantee” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“guarantee” is a noun and verb with 7 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications.

guarantee

noun

  1. a written assurance that some product or service will be provided or will meet certain specifications

  2. an unconditional commitment that something will happen or that something is true

    “there is no guarantee that they are not lying”

  3. a collateral agreement to answer for the debt of another in case that person defaults

    Synonymsguaranty

verb

  1. give surety or assume responsibility

    “I vouch for the quality of my products”

    Synonymsvouch
  2. make certain of

    “This nest egg will ensure a nice retirement for us”

    “Preparation will guarantee success!”

  3. promise to do or accomplish

    “guarantee to free the prisoners”

    Synonymsundertake
  4. stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of

    “The dealer warrants all the cars he sells”

    “I warrant this information”

    Synonymswarrant

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University